Creative Connect offers industry-specific career 1:1 coaching for anyone looking to work in the creative, cultural, or digital sectors. These are delivered in person and with knowledgeable industry professionals from organisations like the BBC, V&A, Seen Studios and more.
Sessions are up to 45 minutes long and are available between 10am-5pm, and take place in-person only at the Good Growth Hub.
This includes feedback on CVs or existing work and portfolios. Get support navigating the job market by exploring new job opportunities or career paths that match your skills, learning goals, and creative career aspirations.
Whether you’re certain of what you’d like to explore next or a bit unsure of your options, the Creative Connect service is a useful resource for all young people at any stage of their career, wanting to build long-term sustainable careers in the creative, cultural, and digital technology industries. This includes feedback on CVs or existing work and portfolios. Get support navigating the job market by exploring new job opportunities or career paths that match your skills, defining goals, and creative career aspirations.
Please note: This service is designed for individuals who meet our eligibility criteria (listed below), which helps us make sure the support reaches the people it’s intended for. If you don’t meet the requirements, we won’t be able to offer this service, but you’re welcome to email us and we can direct you to other options that may be a better fit.
For any additional information, please email: creativeconnect@anewdirection.org.uk
Who can you book a session with
You can now book a session with Nell Jordan-Gent, a creative career coach and industry connector with 15+ years of experience across music, broadcasting, live events, artist development and commissioning.
Nell started her career at the BBC, producing major projects including Hackney Weekend and the Radio 1/1Xtra Academy, before working across cultural projects and campaigns with organisations including Red Bull Culture and Apple. She has also consulted with artists including Skepta, FKA twigs, Hak Baker and James Massiah.
Now, Nell brings that industry experience into her coaching - helping creatives of all levels build confidence, navigate the industry, identify opportunities and work out what comes next.